Nikon Coolpix SQ manual Storage, Technical Notes Batteries

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Caring for your Camera and Battery

Storage

Turn the camera off when not in use and check that the power-on lamp is off before putting the camera away. To prevent mold or mildew, store the camera in a dry, well-ventilated area. If you will not be using the product for long periods, remove the batteries to prevent leakage and store the camera in a plastic bag containing a desiccant. Do not store the camera case (available separately) in a plastic bag, as this may cause the material to deteriorate.

Note that desiccant gradually loses its capacity to absorb moisture and should be replaced at regular intervals. Do not store your camera with naphtha or camphor moth balls or in locations that:

•are poorly ventilated or damp

•are next to equipment that produces strong electromagnetic fields, such as televisions or radios

•are exposed to temperatures below -10°C (14°F) or above 50°C (122°F; for example near a space heater or in a closed vehicle on a sunny day)

•are subject to humidity of over 60%

To prevent mold or mildew, take the camera out of storage at least once a month. Turn the camera on and release the shutter a few times before putting the camera away again.

Store the batteries in a cool, dry place.

Technical Notes

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Batteries

•When you turn the device on, check the battery-level displayed in the monitor to determine whether the battery needs to be replaced. A warning will be dis- played when the battery needs to be replaced.

•Ready a spare battery and keep it fully charged when taking pictures on impor- tant occasions. Depending on your location, you may find it difficult to pur- chase replacement batteries on short notice.

•On cold days, the capacity of batteries tends to decrease. Be sure the battery is fully charged before taking pictures outside in cold weather. Keep a spare bat- tery in a warm place and exchange the two as necessary. Once warmed, a cold battery may recover some of its charge.

•Should the battery terminals become dirty, wipe them off with a clean, dry cloth before use.

•Used batteries are valuable resources. Please recycle used batteries in accor- dance with local regulations.

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Contents Guide to Digital Photography With Trademark Information Observe caution when using the camera strap Observe proper precautions when handling batteriesTurn off immediately in the event of malfunction Do not use in the presence of flammable gasObserve caution when operat- ing the flash Use appropriate cablesKeep out of reach of children Removing memory cardsFor Home or Office USE Items prohibited by law from being copied or reproduced Before Taking Important Pictures Life-Long LearningContents Optional Accessories Caring for your Camera and Battery ContentsViewing Pictures on a Computer Printing Pictures DpofPage Symbols and conventions are used in this manual IntroductionCamera Before You BeginPlayback button Zoom Buttons Also acts as secondary Indications and icons displayed when taking pictures MonitorIndicators and icons when reviewing pictures Displaying indicators and icons in Playback ModeMode Dial Auto ModeScene Mode Manual Mode Movie ModeMulti Selector Shutter-release ButtonTon halfway Ton the rest of the wayCOOL-STATION MV-10 EH-61 AC Adapter EH-61Insert the battery Inserting the BatteryCard slot cover Remove the battery Battery is partially ejectedRemoving the Battery First Steps Alternative Power SourcesCharging the Battery Power lamp will glow showing the EH-61 is plugged in fConnect the EH-61 AC adapter to the COOL-STATION Place the camera on the COOL-STATIONFThe power-on lamp on the camera blinks and charging starts Power-on lamp MeaningFirst Steps To Charge the Battery Directly Spare battery charge lamp MeaningInserting the Memory Card Confirm that the camera is offInsert the memory card Check label for correct orientationFormatting Memory Cards First Steps Removing Memory CardsApproved Memory Cards Checking the Battery Level Check the battery level in the monitorAuto Power Off Turn the camera onTurning the Camera off ButtonBasic Setup Select Month. Repeat steps 8-9 to Return to setup menu Clock BatterySet the mode dial to Turn the camera on Select ModeBasic Photography Shooting mode Select ModeFlash mode Image sizeAdjust the lens angle Frame the pictureReady the camera Hold the camera steadily in both handsFrame your subject Use the zoom buttonsFocus area indicator Focus and ShootFocus Status MeaningBasic Photography When Lighting is Poor Take the pictureFocus and Shoot During RecordingQuick Deletion or memo record Focus and Shoot Getting Good Results with the AutofocusAF-Assist illuminator Focus on subject Check the focus area indicatorRecompose the picture Press the button View pictures in the monitorButton is also used to turn on the camera Your most recent picture will be displayed in the monitorHighlight Yes Image File and Folder NamesDisplay flash-mode menu Highlight desired mode Using the FlashFollowing flash modes are available Exit menu. Flash mode shown by icon at bottom of monitor Easy Close-Ups Macro Close-up Mode Close-UpsTaking a Self-Portrait Self-timer Mode Picture is takenSelf-Timer Taking a Self-Portrait Self-timer ModePress shutter-release once Choosing an Exposure Compensation Value Lector or to display menuExposure Compensation Choosing a Scene Mode Scene ModesBy icon in the monitor Choose scene. Current selectionScene Modes Image Quality and Size in Scene ModeNoise Reduction Scene Modes Following scenes are availablePortrait Party/IndoorBeach/Snow SportsLandscape Dusk/Dawn SunsetNight Landscape Museum Close UpFireworks Show Copy Back LightPanorama Assist Scene Modes More on PhotographyTaking Pictures for a Panorama HighlightWith the previous picture Middle of the monitorScene Modes Panorama Assist When icon is displayed Quick Deletion/Memo RecordPress More on Photography For more information onMore on Playback Press Viewing Pictures on the CameraYes Taking a Closer Look Playback Zoom Viewing Pictures on the CameraPress Description More on PlaybackNo to Adding Audio Commentary Voice MemoYes to Turn the camera off Connect the video cable Viewing Pictures on a TVTurn the TV to the video channel Before Connecting the Camera Viewing Pictures on a ComputerTo select the USB option Highlight USBViewing Pictures on a Computer Windows 2000 ProfessionalWindows 98 Second Edition SE Mac OS 9 9.0Selecting Pictures for Transfer USB HubTurn the camera off and place it on the COOL-STATION CCheck that the camera is turned offTransferring Pictures Press the button on the COOL-STATION to transfer picturesDisconnecting the Camera Drag the Noname camera volume to the TrashDrag the untitled camera volume to the Trash My Computer, click with the right mouse button onSelect Delete print set to cancel all the print settings Printing Pictures DpofPictures on memory card displayed as thumbnail images Highlight picturePress Button to complete Light Info and press the multiSelector Check will appear Box next to itemPrinting Pictures Dpof Date Print SetLease Button all Way down a second Time to end recording Recording MoviesMovies Multi selector is used to play back movies Viewing MoviesMovies Press Description Option Description Mode Dial Image Quality Shooting menu contains the following optionsWhite Balance Shooting MenuTo make a selection from the shooting menu Highlight menu itemMenu Operation Guide White BalanceImage Quality Image SizeOption Shooting Menu Image Quality/Size16-MB Option Size pixels Print size approx64-MB White Balance White balance is used to preserve natural colorsPreset White Balance Option DescriptionMode When to Use It WeightedMetering MatrixRestrictions on Camera Settings Continuous ContinuousContinuous or Multi-ShotBest Shot Selector Best Shot SelectorAF Area Mode ManualAuto-Focus Mode Shooting Menu Auto mode and movie modePress the button to enter the full-screen playback mode Playback menu contains the following optionsTo display the playback menu DeleteSlide Show Press the multi selector to start a slide showPlayback Menu Press Description Slide ShowDelete Delete menu contains the following op- tionsDeleting All Pictures on the Memory Card You can select pictures to protect from accidental deletion ProtectComplete operation Highlight a picture Small PictureLarger than the original Small Picture Icon Auto TransferSelecting/Deselecting Pictures for Transfer CF Card Format To display the setup menu Setup menu contains the following optionsAuto Off Setup Menu Welcome ScreenTo select an image Welcome Screen options dis Press Button to select PlayedOn the Welcome Screen Screen, press the Menu buttonBrightness VolumeAuto Off Reset All Video ModeReset All is used to reset settings to their default values Optional Accessories Battery chargerMonitor hood Technical NotesCaring for your Camera and Battery Cleaning LensMonitor BodyStorage Technical Notes BatteriesError Messages Display Problem SolutionTechnical Notes Error Messages Display Problem Solution CoolProblem Possible cause TroubleshootingElectronically-Controlled Cameras Technical Notes Troubleshooting Coolpix SQ105 106 Specifications Coolpix SQSpecifications Design Rule for Camera File System DCF Exif VersionAuto mode Macro close-up/self-timerTechnical Auto power Off Exposure compensationReset All Scene modes Self-portrait Self-timer Menu button 46, 72 Microphone 12, 55, 58Noise Reduction 47, 48 Number of exposures QuickTime107 Spare battery103 Memo Memo Memo Nikon Corporation